Power steering
CAUTION
Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left or right for more than 5 seconds. This may damage the power steering pump.
The power steering system operates only when the engine is running.
If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to function, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
NOTE
Right after the engine has been started and before it has warmed up, you may hear a noise coming from areas adjacent to the power steering pump which is located at the right-front area of the engine compartment. This noise is normal. It does not indicate power steering system trouble.
See also:
AT OIL TEMP warning light (AT models)
If this light illuminates when the engine is
running, it may indicate that the automatic
transmission fluid temperature is too hot.
If the light illuminates while driving, immediately
stop ...
Rear window wiper and washer switch (Outback)
: Washer (accompanied by wiper operation)
ON: Continuous INT: Intermittent OFF: Off
: Washer (accompanied by wiper operation)
...
ON
This is the normal operating position after the engine is started. ...